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Sunday Morning Adult Round Table
2003 Archive of Programs
- January 5, 2003
A Sense of Home
Home is a place of safety, comfort, pleasure, and rest. Our sense of
home within our church is the vital link that keeps us involved. What
creates a sense of home for you at First Unitarian? What endangers your
sense of home? Jasmine Walston will lead the discussion.
- January 12, 2003
Civil Rights During the War on Terrorism -- Discussion of Issues
In the wake of terrorism on United States soil, civil liberties have again been
seriously endangered, in the name of Homeland Security. The recent dramatic
expansion of unrestrained executive power weakens the civil liberties it is supposed to protect. Guest speaker Jeff Vessels of the Kentucky Civil Liberties Union will lead the discussion. An information packet is available in the handouts rack in the volunteer area, or at www.uua.org.
- January 19, 2003
Civil Rights During the War on Terrorism -- Gathering of Comments
UUs have a longstanding reputation as champions of the civil liberties guaranteed by the Bill of Rights in the US Constitution. In keeping with this heritage, UU congregations across the country are addressing this problem and will prepare a Statement of Conscience on Civil Rights. Today we will gather comments from our congregation to send to the UUA Commision on Social Witness (CSW). The CSW will use the comments received from all participating congregations to create a draft Statement of Conscience. Please pick up copies of the literature and join the discussion to make your voice heard in Boston.
- January 26, 2003
Economic Globalization -- Discussion of Issues
"Our World is One World is a prophetic hymn written by Cecily Taylor in 1930. Its verses capture the essence of today's debate over globalization.... As a community of faith, Unitarian Universalists are challenged to bring an ethic of care to our understanding of globalization and to do what we can to reverse the devastation it has created without becoming part of a myopic backlash against it." These words are from the first draft of the UUA Statement of Conscience on Economic Globalization. The full text of the Statement is available in the handouts rack, or at www.uua.org.
- February 2, 2003
Economic Globalization -- Gathering of Comments
Today we will gather comments from our congregation about the first draft of the UUA Statement of Conscience on Economic Globalization. These comments will be sent to the UUA Commision on Social Witness (CSW). The CSW will use the comments received from all participating congregations to revise the current draft. The revised draft will be presented next June at General Assembly for a vote. Please pick up copies of the literature and join the discussion to make your voice heard in Boston.
- February 9, 2003
Freedom to Marry
Civil marriage is a powerful affirmation of love, a source
of social recognition, and the legal gateway to a vast array of protections, responsibilities, and benefits. National Freedom to Marry Day -- February 12 -- is a time to call attention to the ever-growing support for ending discrimination in marriage. Carol Uebelhoer, President of our Interweave chapter, will lead the discussion.
- February 16, 2003
Services canceled, due to weather
To be rescheduled:
Stewardship discussion
Stewardship means taking care of something we value and enabling it to grow. It calls us to take responsibility and to make a contribution of our time, talent, and treasure. What does meaningful stewardship of our congregation involve?
Joanne Graf, Board member and Stewardship Chair will lead the discussion.
- February 23, 2003
Current Events
A moderated discussion about current events.
- March 2, 2003
Locally Grown and Chemical Free
Guest speaker Briggette Cooper will talk about the benefits of a fresh variety of locally grown vegetables and the advantages of chemical free gardening
- March 9, 2003
Our Muslim Neighbors
Muslims across America face difficulties resulting from governmental "homeland security" measures and from individuals' fears and reactions. How has Louisville's Muslim community fared? Guest Speaker Ghouse Shareef, Chairman of the Education Committee of the River Road Mosque.
- March 16, 2003
Why Women's History Month?
The story of the deliberate, patriarchal, centuries-old omission of the accounts of the lives and achievements of females until the establishment of Women's Studies programs in the 1970s in the United States. Allie Hixson, speaker.
- March 23, 2003
Huna
Huna is the polynesian psycho-spiritual system. This system knew about the unconscious mind in human beings a thousand years before Freud described that concept. This talk will focus on the Huna ideas about how people are structured and how they work effectively. Linda Berry, speaker.
- March 30, 2003
The Israeli New Historians
Based on recently declassified Israeli government and military documents, scholars in Israel have re-written the history of the Arab-Israeli conflict. Come find out who the “Israeli New Historians” are and what they have to say. It may surprise you. Russ Greanleaf will lead the discussion.
- April 6, 2003
The Political Roots of the U.S. Conflict with Iraq
Guest speaker Professor Cliff Staten will discuss the historical ties between the United States and Iraq and how they affect the current relationship of these two countries.
- April 13, 2003
Follow-up discussion on Iraqi/American relations and current events
Where do we go from here? Bring related readings and articles to share, and join in the discussion.
- April 20, 2003
Rebirth and Renewal
What does “renewal” or “rebirth” mean to you? How have you experienced rebirth in your own life? Do you feel a need for rebirth now, in some area of your life? Please join our round table discussion, led by Jasmine Walston.
- April 27, 2003
Polyamory Awareness: An Unexpected Ministry
UUs for Polyamory Awareness has as its mission to serve. What relationship should this ministry have with our church? Is it really a ministry? Please join the discussion of a proposed resolution concerning this question. Jasmine Walston, speaker.
- May 4, 2003
Celebrating the Creative Process
Do you have a favorite poem or short reading that really “touches your spirit”? Do you have a favorite song that really “lifts you up”? Is there a piece of art that has spoken to you on a deep level? Join us on May 4 and bring something to share, either a work you have created yourself, or something that another artist has created that you appreciate or admire. Led by Jane Martin Buckley. Note: a cassette tape player will be available.
- May 11 2003
Sexuality Education in this Church
Nuts and bolts of sex education can be taught by nearly anyone who has accurate information.Values based sexuality education, like the “Our Whole Lives” program, is another story. Come find out about the OWL curriculum and why it’s important for you and our children. Speakers Agatha Walston & Carol Uebelhoer.
- May 18, 2003
Board Forum
Round Table will host this month's Board Forum, in preparation for our congregation's annual meeting on June 2. Bring your questions and ideas about the business of the church for our Board of Trustees.
- May 25, 2003
Conservatism 101
An overview of conservatism, properly understood. Ralph Moss will be our speaker.
- June 1, 2003
Mimosa Breakfast
We'll wrap up the end of the programming year with refreshments. Join us to discuss the best programs of the year and ideas for next year.
- June 8, 2003
Otter Creek weekend
No Round Table program
- June 15 through August 24, 2003
Round Table Light
Round Table Light begins for the summer. Bring in coffee and newspapers for informal discussions every Sunday morning. Children are welcome at Round Table Light; no separate programming for children will be held during this summer’s first-hour. Nursery care will be available.
- September 7, 2003
Welcome to Round Table
Regular Round Table programming resumes on In-gathering Sunday. Join us for a chance to meet and greet and share stories from our summer. We'll also have an introduction to the Adult Round Table’s program for the new year.
- September 14, 2003
General Assembly in Boston
A panel presentation by First Unitarian members who attended GA last June. Speakers will include Linda Parry, Joan Beal, Kathy Thackeray, Agatha Walston.
- September 21, 2003
The Naturist Movement
Social nudity, a movement that is growing worldwide. Speaker Jesse Woodrow.
- September 28, 2003
The Death Penalty
Presentation by the Kentucky Coalition for Abolition of the Death Penalty. Supporters of the death penalty are encouraged to attend and join the discussion to follow. Guest speaker Chris Coyle.
- October 5, 2003
Building Your Own Theology, Session #1
Participants explore their personal theology and develop and articulate their religious values. Round Table will offer this 10-session UUA curriculum approximately every other week. Jane Martin Buckley, facilitator.
- October 12, 2003
Kentucky Health Initiative for Kids
The KHIK Campaign is concerned about smoking among children and is lobbying in
Frankfort for legislation to discourage it. Speaker Michelle Lloyd will offer
hand-outs and opportunities for action.
- October 19, 2003
Building Your Own Theology, Session #2
Participants will share their spiritual odysseys, our own unique journeys that have led us to where we are today. Margaret Moss, facilitator.
- October 26, 2003
Tell a Spooky Story
Have you ever seen a ghost? Felt a "presence" that made the hair stand up on the back of your neck? Share your tale, or one you heard from a friend, and get us in the mood for the Halloween season.
We will read The Legend of Sleepy Hollow if we run out of tale-tellers.
- November 2, 2003
Criminal Justice & Prison Reform
The overarching goal of prisons should be restorative justice to prepare offenders for reentry into society. However, rehabilitation programs and support services have been steadily reduced.
- November 9, 2003
Building Your Own Theology, Session #3
Participants will explore varieties of experiences from several religious traditions via readings and sharing our own experiences. Linda Berry, facilitator.
- November 16, 2003
Criminal Justice & Prison Reform
UUA Study/Action Issue. How can UUs successfully advocate for reform of the criminal justice and prison systems, even as the prison industry expands and becomes increasingly inhumane and unjust?
- November 23, 2003
Native American Spirituality
Today's Round Table program will be rescheduled, so that participants can join the Artist in Residence program on Native American Spirituality.
- November 30, 2003
Books that Impact Our Lives
- December 7, 2003
Building Your Own Theology, Session #4
Participants will explore various theories of Human nature then develop personal statements about their own natures. Rescheduled from November 23.
- December 14, 2003
The Human Cost of the US Embargo of Cuba
Guest speaker Kate Cunningham will discuss her recent trip to Cuba with Witness for Peace.
- December 21, 2003
Sharing Traditions
How do you observe the holidays?
- December 28, 2003
Open discussion
Bring your coffee and newspaper for an informal discussion on current events.
Curricula Team
The
Round Table Curricula Team plans Round Table programming, leads many programs,
and arranges and assists additional speakers. Anyone interested in Sunday
Morning Adult Round Table is welcome to join the Curricula Team or visit a
curricula meeting. For more information, to offer or suggest a program, or to share your
questions or comments, contact the Curricula Team by leaving a message at the church office.
Current Round Table programs
Our Celebration of Life follows at 10:55 am.
For directions, see our map to the church.
First Unitarian Church * Unitarian Universalist * UU * Louisville
Kentucky * KY
1160
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